Building Maintenance Specialist

South Dakota Board of Regents; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, flexible benefits

Relocation benefits available

Retirement plan with 6% match

Job summary

South Dakota Board of Regents in Brookings oversees facilities supporting the SDSU heating plant. The boiler operator will run high pressure boilers, monitor performance, and ensure reliable heat and hot water for campus operations.

The role includes maintenance of central heating equipment and coordination with buildings across campus, with on-call duties and a strong emphasis on efficiency and environmental responsibility.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of boiler operations and related equipment.
• Knowledge of hydronics and HVAC for institutional sized systems.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and monitor system performance.

Responsibilities

• Operate high pressure boilers and related equipment in the heating plant.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on Central Heating Plant equipment.
• Maintain hydronic heating and cooling systems across campus and ensure HVAC functionality.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance on building equipment.

Skills

Boiler operations

Hydronics HVAC knowledge

Maintain records

Calculate combustion efficiency

Mechanical ability

On-call readiness

Job description

Brookings

The Facilities & Services department of South Dakota State University (SDState) is seeking an experienced boiler operator to be a part of the team in the heating plant. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining the campus heating plant to ensure reliable heat and hot water delivery to approximately 80% of SDSU campus. Ensures boilers run at optimal efficiency with minimal environmental impact through continuous monitoring, adjustment, and adherence to best practices in plant operations.

The Energy Systems Division of Facilities and Services manages the production and distribution of the heating and cooling for campus. Our staff of engineers and technicians continually assess new technologies and energy options to assure SDState utilizes the most efficient and reliable systems both environmentally and fiscally.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate high pressure (150PSIG) gas and oil-fired boilers and associated equipment in the Heating Plant
• Perform full range of maintenance activities and repairs on Central Heating Plant equipment.
• Maintenance and repair of hydronic heating and cooling systems across campus.
• Maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems ( HVAC )
• Perform planned preventative maintenance on building equipment

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Boiler operations
• Methods, tools and equipment associated with boiler operations
• Knowledge of hydronics and HVAC for both small and large commercial or institutional sized equipment

Skill & Ability to:

• Maintain records
• Calculate boiler combustion efficiency
• Mechanical ability
• Work shifts through winter
• Lift 50lbs
• Occasionally be on call

Required License

• Obtain EPA 608 certification within 6 months of employment

Advertised Salary starting at $25.69 hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits

Duration of the Term 12 months

Appointment Percent 100

Work Hours M-F, 8-5, occasional call. Working shifts through winter

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type Regular

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

This position requires Valid Drivers License, Other

This position requires Occasionally be on call

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. The mission of the Community Practice Innovation Center is to address community-identified needs and implement innovative solutions to better serve our region, which is achieved through project (research and public health) and service work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail] . Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU , Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Joel Doyscher at 605-688-4619 or [e-mail].

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take affirmative action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and affirmative action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

South Dakota Board of Regents

306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200

Pierre, SD 57501

605-773-3455